SWIFT/BIC code CRESCHZZ80R
CRESCHZZ80R belongs to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRESCHZZ80R |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRESCHZZ |
| Branch code | 80R |
| Bank | Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG |
| Branch | Witikon |
| City | Zurich |
| Country | Switzerland |
How the Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRES Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ZZ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 80R Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC CRESCHZZ80R?
CRESCHZZ80R is the SWIFT/BIC code of Witikon, a branch or department of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Zurich, Switzerland. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRESCHZZ80R for a euro transfer to Switzerland?
Switzerland is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need CRESCHZZ80R.
What happens if I enter CRESCHZZ80R with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRESCHZZ80R with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG in Switzerland?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swiss Franc with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CRESCHZZ instead of CRESCHZZ80R?
CRESCHZZ is the main office of Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG, while CRESCHZZ80R points to Witikon. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRESCHZZ80R if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.